Being the only daughter in my family, I’ve been afforded a unique perspective of how girls and boys are raised differently. And mind you, my parents are quite liberal in the grand scheme of parenting; yet this only further solidifies for me how hidden and subtle this habit really is. It reveals itself in unconscious … [Read more…]

Growing up, I was a spunky, creative spirit, involved in music and dance for as long as I can remember. But in 8th grade, at the height of my bullied years, I pulled away. I started the school year and immediately decided not to return to jazz choir, nor audition for the musical. I didn’t … [Read more…]

One of the most common misconceptions about girl bullying (and bullying in general), is that it disappears after the adolescent years. It’s an unfortunate reality I’ve faced that this is just simply not the case. I’ve encountered my fair share of adults who never quite shook the habits of exchanging nasty looks and indulging cattiness. … [Read more…]

Being nice should be just that – nice. Growing up, we’re taught that if you’re nice, good things and people will come to you and you will ultimately be rewarded. But throughout my life, there have been several instances where being the “nice” one kept me from getting what I wanted and being perceived the … [Read more…]

Girl bullying takes a toll on the entire family, and it can be difficult to know how best to help your daughter through these painful years. Here are 6 tips to facilitate open communication: Do ask her what she needs from you • Navigating what to say when you first pick her up from school … [Read more…]

RBF. Resting Bitch Face. It’s become part of modern society’s vocabulary, and it’s one of those terms that makes me cringe a little whenever I hear it. Now I’ve got another one for you: RSF. Resting Sad Face. That’s the one I’ve been cursed with. No matter my mood, my neutral face always looks like … [Read more…]

What comes to mind when you picture girls fighting? Odds are, it involves rumor spreading and gossip. I’ve always felt there’s a huge distinction, however, between gossiping and venting – although the more you engage in the latter, the blurrier that line becomes. When I reflect on what the function of talking about other people … [Read more…]

“Iced. Tea.” Everyone erupted in giggles and knowing glances around me as I sat wondering what exactly the joke was and how I could’ve possibly missed it. I was in 8th grade, sitting at lunch with a table of “friends,” who all seemed to be in the know of an impossibly hilarious inside joke without … [Read more…]